Fall Foliage in the Smokies
August 15 – November 15
The notion that peak color season in Great Smoky Mountains National Park happens in mid-October is a misconception. The marvelous colors of autumn actually light up the Smokies for seven weeks or more as the peak elevations move down the mountainsides from the highest elevations to the foothills.
Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff
November 4
The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm from 5 to 8 p.m. on the Downtown Parkway by turning on over three million lights. Enjoy live entertainment by the Marvelettes, sample chili recipes from local restaurants and businesses. Spectacular fireworks at dusk during the opening ceremony are sponsored by Mountain Rentals of Gatlinburg.
Trolley Ride of Lights
November 4, 2009 – January 30, 2010
Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays.
Gatlinburg Winter Magic
November 4, 2009 – February 28, 2010
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays from November through February.
Veteran’s Day Celebration
November 11
Join Gatlinburg in saluting America’s veterans. Stirring musical tribute on Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza.
Holiday Arts & Crafts Show
November 23 – 30
Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Festival of Trees
November 24 – 28
Festival of Trees and weekend performances of a holiday classic presented in Gatlinburg.
The Nutcracker “Sweet”
November 27 – 28
Presented by the Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company, enjoy this holiday classic
presented in Gatlinburg, with performances at 7 p.m. in the W.L. Mills
Auditorium. (GSE) Call (865) 680-7369 for information and reservations.
Winter Magic Tunes & Tales
November 27 – December 20
Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and
enjoy caroling and entertainment along the Parkway Friday and Saturday
evenings during this third annual event!
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